Genus and Species: Monarda citriodora
Family: Lamiaceae
Common Name: Lemon Mint, Purple Horse Mint
Habit: annual
Height: 2 feet
Flower Color: pink to white with purple spots
Native to: North America
Range: Missouri to Nebraska, Utah, Texas and Arizona
Blooming Period: May-August
Water Requirement: low
Soil Type: best in soils rich in limestone (basic pH)
Exposure: full sun to partial shade
Seed Count: 819,000 seeds/lb
Seeding Rate: 3 lbs/acre
Miscellaneous: attracts birds and butterflies; crushed
leaves release citrus aroma; excellent cut flower
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Genus and Species: Monarda citriodora
